Plant Environmental Control Engineer

Job Description

We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Ford of Canada's operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centres, and three Connectivity and Innovation centres. Ford employs approximately 7,000 people in Canada, while an additional 18,000 people are employees in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information, please visit www.ford.ca.

At Ford of Canada, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live. We don't just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe.

Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. As we look to the future and the changing needs of society, we are committed to becoming the world's most trusted mobility company - delivering smart vehicles for a smart world. Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on. Join us at the Windsor Engine Plant/Essex Engine Plant in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

In this position... 

We are looking for an experienced plant environmental engineer to provide technical and regulatory environmental support to the plant manufacturing team at the Windsor Engine Site and is responsible for completing all required regulatory reports (air, water, waste, CO2, etc.) and responding to any agency inquiries. As a team player, you will collaborate with the Windsor Engine team as well as other plants and the corporate office to identify innovative ways to reduce water consumption, waste generation, and material usage.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
 

• Provide daily technical and regulatory guidance for environmental media and operational subjects, including air quality, water, waste tanks, and material management.
• Maintain and implement the Environmental Operating System (EOS) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 environmental management standards.
• Support the achievement of Corporate Footprint and manufacturing targets specifically related to the compliance index, water conservation, waste reduction, energy efficiency, and hydrocarbon management.
• Develop accurate regulatory correspondence, including plant reports and permit applications, to ensure facility compliance.
• Monitor progress and expenditures for environmental capital and expense projects to ensure they are completed on time and remain within budget.
• Manage the Total Waste Management contract to ensure waste is stored and disposed of according to legal and corporate requirements.
• Delivery requires environmental and waste management training to plant employees.
• Oversee technical aspects of environmental systems, including compliance assurance, environmental reserves, and facility decommissioning or remediation.
• Utilize specialized software applications to track data and achieve objectives, including Global Environmental Management (GEM), IPOINT, Project Environmental Review System (PERS), Integrated Chemical System Management (ICSM), and SharePoint.
• Foster strong working relationships with environmental professionals and cross-functional stakeholders at both the facility and corporate staff levels.
• Apply standard procedures and industry best practices to maintain manufacturing compliance.
• Maintain a fundamental and current understanding of all applicable national, regional, and local environmental rules and regulations.
• Represent the company's interests through regular interaction with external entities, such as regulatory agencies, community groups, trade organizations, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
• Assist facility and product programs by managing necessary permit actions, conducting capacity planning studies, and submitting environmental project funding requests.
• Support Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) operations to ensure all regulatory discharge requirements are met.
• Manage operational environmental tasks, including testing, plant audits, and spill response protocols.

Qualifications

You'll have... 

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering. (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).

Experience:
 

• 2+ years of environmental experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of Microsoft office application experience.

Even better, you may have...

Education: Master's degree in Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical engineering degree.

Experience: 
 

• Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Environmental Management Systems, specifically the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 standard.
• Hands-on experience with environmental data management software, including Global Environmental Management (GEM), Integrated Chemical System Management (ICSM), and Project Environmental Review System (PERS).
• Demonstrated experience in Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) operations and industrial discharge monitoring.
• Proven track record of managing capital and expense budgets for environmental remediation, infrastructure, or decommissioning projects.
• Adept project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet Corporate Footprint and sustainability targets.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $74000 - 124000 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program. 

Our focus is to build the best team. If you think you can bring value to Ford, love to collaborate, prioritize and aim to deliver excellence in everything you do, we encourage you to apply!

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, does not sponsor work permit applications.

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